Proverbs 14:27

New International Reader's Version

Respect for the Lord is like a fountain that gives life. It turns you away from the jaws of death.

Cross References

Psalm 18:5

The ropes of the grave were tight around me. Death set its trap in front of me.

Proverbs 10:27

Having respect for the Lord leads to a longer life. But the years of evil people are cut short.

Proverbs 13:14

The teaching of wise people is like a fountain that gives life. It turns those who listen to it away from the jaws of death.

Proverbs 14:26

Anyone who shows respect for the Lord has a strong tower. It will be a safe place for their children.

Proverbs 14:28

A large population is a king’s glory. But a prince without followers is destroyed.

Proverbs 19:23

Having respect for the Lord leads to life. Then you will be content and free from trouble.

Proverbs 22:5

Thorns and traps lie in the paths of evil people. But those who value their lives stay far away from them.

Ecclesiastes 7:26

A woman who hunts a man down is more painful than death. Her heart is like a trap. Her hands are like chains. A man who pleases God will try to get away from her. But she will trap a sinner.

Isaiah 33:6

He will be the firm foundation for their entire lives. He will give them all the wisdom, knowledge and saving power they will ever need. Respect for the Lord is the key to that treasure.

Revelation 21:6

He said to me, “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. I will give water to anyone who is thirsty. The water will come from the spring of the water of life. It doesn’t cost anything!